Permanent Recruitment
The traditional method of hiring full-time employees for long-term positions. We use our extensive network and a thorough screening process so only the most qualified candidates reach you.
Employers
Hire your next great team member.
We alleviate the burden of recruiting by sourcing the best talent within an agreed timeframe — leveraging a network of 19.5m+ candidates and 70+ years of local expertise.
Our Services
A recruitment model to suit every hire.
Temporary Recruitment
Ideal for seasonal demand, project-based work or sudden workforce gaps. We excel at sourcing skilled temporary staff across industries — flexibility and agility, on demand.
On-Site Recruitment
A hands-on service delivered at your premises. We immerse ourselves in your company culture and operational environment to match candidates who genuinely fit.
Temporary to Permanent
Bridge the gap between temporary and permanent employment. Assess performance and cultural fit before offering a permanent role — with a smooth transition for both sides.
Retained Recruitment
Engage us exclusively to fill a key position. A strategic search focused on top-tier executives and specialised professionals for business-critical roles.
Why Red Recruitment
All agencies are the same. Here's how we're different.
The difference lies in how we run and manage our service — the details that quietly make everything easier.
- A genuine 24/7 service — if something goes wrong, we're here day or night
- 70+ years combined experience across commercial, industrial, technical and driving
- Paying over 6,000 individuals per month and growing with our clients
- Local offices for confidential interviews and meetings on your doorstep
- Fully bespoke recruitment packages, built around your business
- Senior managers and directors that actually make time for your account
Money-back guarantee
For total peace of mind.
24/7 emergency line
Whenever things need fixing.
Local, on-site teams
Lincoln, Scunthorpe & Gainsborough.
Audit-ready
Sedex, GLAA, ALP & REC accredited.
Industries
Some of the industries we operate in.
From small SMEs to FTSE 100s — the sectors below are a sample of the work we do every week.
Agriculture
Food production, livestock, crop and farm management — mostly farm-based outdoor roles.
Commercial
Office-based support staff and managers — admin, sales, marketing, accounts, reception.
Technical
Highly skilled specialist work, often in manufacturing — welders, engineers, technicians, IT support.
Industrial
Factory and production line roles — operatives, factory assistants, assembly, warehouse.
Driving
Coach, delivery and minibus drivers, forklift operators — often without a fixed location.
FMCG
Fast-moving consumer goods — packaging designers, brand managers, logistics coordinators.
Warehouse & Logistics
Pickers, packers, shift leaders and warehouse assistants across Lincolnshire and beyond.
Bespoke
Roles that don't fit a single bucket — kitchen staff, housekeepers and everything in between.
Going the Extra Mile
Satisfaction guaranteed.
Respect, honesty and integrity make us a low-risk recruitment solution. Our service is backed by regular Customer Satisfaction Reviews where clients rate us against the criteria below — and we consistently score higher than other recruitment agencies in the same market.
Your Business
How close we are to understanding your business.
Responsiveness
Speed, courtesy and problem-solving on the client's needs.
Quality of Candidates
How accurately we match each client's particular needs.
Quality of Service
How you describe our service against your specific needs.
No Placement, No Fee
Our 100% guarantee.
Finding the right candidate takes time and money. With Red Recruitment 24:7 we sift through every application so you only see the best fits — with no upfront costs. If we don't place someone, you don't pay. Simple.
Request a callback
We'll call you back — usually the same day.
Leave a few details and one of our consultants will call you at a time that suits. Urgent? Ring any branch directly for an immediate response.
- Response within one working hour
- No obligation, no upfront cost
- Direct line to a senior consultant
- Cover across Lincoln, Scunthorpe & Gainsborough
What Employers Say
Trusted by employers across Lincolnshire.
"Red Recruitment have been fantastic to work with — thank you for all your help and patience. I look forward to working with you on our future vacancies."
"The Red team have supported my business through this year. Their approach is to be on the ground, meeting the team and understanding our needs — resulting in candidates that fit the job and the team dynamic."
"A very professional service from Red Recruitment. They supplied us with agency staff that fit the job description very well. We would use them again in a heartbeat."
"The service they provided was brilliant and the team was always available to answer any questions we had."
Partnerships
Accredited, audited, trusted.
We partner with industry organisations to improve audit readiness and compliance standards — with continuous staff training, efficient onboarding, and an in-house team dedicated to ethical, professional practice.
Sedex
Commitment to ethical sourcing and responsible business practices, with transparent supply chains.
GLAA
Full compliance with Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority regulations, safeguarding fair treatment of workers.
ALP
Association of Labour Providers membership — best-practice guidance and industry insight.
REC
Recruitment & Employment Confederation — guidance on UK recruitment regulations and standards.
Employer FAQs
Common questions.
What sets us apart is our personalised approach. We take the time to understand your culture, values and unique staffing needs, and prioritise transparency, communication and integrity throughout — building long-term partnerships, not one-off placements.